Sentences with phrase «direction of one's learning»

Research shows that when adult learners have control over the nature, timing and direction of the learning process, they are more likely to be motivated to learn.

This philosophy gives children control over the direction of their learning and is based on principles of respect and responsibility.

Since the direction of this learning path can take unpredictable and seemingly random detours, it will require bravery on the part of both student and teacher.

Academic hierarchies were not only problematic, she says, but also ineffectual: «In order to motivate and teach a child, you have to find out where their strengths are and what they're passionate about, and use that to move them in the direction of learning new skills.»

Finally, because these assessments apply skills and knowledge, and empower students to set the direction of their learning, this approach can also increase motivation, and retention.

Faculty believe students need to experience making personal decisions about the direction of their learning and choosing from multiple options to learn the required concepts.

Students also realize that by asking dollar questions, they are in charge of the direction of their learning, and thereby feel greater ownership of, and pride in, their education.

Rietow's investment in the project, where her classroom was not confined to four walls and textbooks and where she set the direction of her learning, meant, she says, that she was «learning twice as much» and «more worthwhile stuff» than ever.

Gamaliel Elementary School will provide project - based learning to students who will choose the direction of their learning.

Even when students aren't sitting through lectures, they're still accustomed to letting their teachers dictate the pace, style, and direction of learning.